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Pierre Joseph Macquer's Elements of the Theory and Practice of Chymistry, here in its fifth edition, is a lucid and systematic exposition of eighteenth-century chemical knowledge at the threshold of modern science. Combining theoretical principles with laboratory operations, the work treats salts, metals, combustion, fermentation, distillation, and analysis in a prose style marked by clarity, order, and pedagogical restraint. Its intellectual context is the world of pre-Lavoisierian chemistry, where affinities, phlogiston, and experimental classification structured inquiry. Macquer, a prominent French chemist and member of the Académie Royale des Sciences, was among the most influential chemical educators of his generation. His work in mineral analysis, dyeing, and porcelain manufacture, as well as his celebrated chemical dictionary, reflects a mind committed to joining practical arts with speculative order. This book emerges from that ambition: to make chemistry teachable, useful, and intellectually coherent. Readers interested in the history of science, Enlightenment pedagogy, or the development of chemical language will find this volume indispensable. It offers not merely obsolete doctrine, but a disciplined portrait of chemistry before its revolutionary transformation.
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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -In the fifth edition of 'Elements of the Theory and Practice of Chymistry,' Pierre Joseph Macquer presents a systematic and comprehensive exploration of chemical principles during the Enlightenment period. Written with clarity and precision, the text is both an instructional guide and a philosophical discourse, blending empirical observation with theoretical constructs. Macquer emphasizes the experimental foundations of chemistry, bridging the gap between alchemical traditions and the emerging scientific methodologies of the 18th century. Through detailed illustrations, practical examples, and meticulous explanations, he fosters an accessible understanding of chemical processes pivotal to the burgeoning field of modern science. Pierre Joseph Macquer, a prominent figure in the scientific community of his time, was deeply influenced by the intellectual currents of the Enlightenment. His contributions to the field of chemistry, particularly in the realm of medicine and pharmacy, underscore his commitment to advancing knowledge through methodical experimentation. Macquer's integration of theoretical frameworks with practical applications reflects his desire to democratize science, making it available to both scholars and practitioners alike. Highly recommended for historians of science, students, and practitioners, this work serves as a cornerstone in the study of chemistry. Macquer's text not only elucidates foundational chemical concepts but also provides readers with insight into the transformative period of the 18th century, encouraging a renewed appreciation for the intersection of theory and practice in scientific inquiry. 488 pp. Englisch. Seller Inventory # 9788027290703
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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - In the fifth edition of 'Elements of the Theory and Practice of Chymistry,' Pierre Joseph Macquer presents a systematic and comprehensive exploration of chemical principles during the Enlightenment period. Written with clarity and precision, the text is both an instructional guide and a philosophical discourse, blending empirical observation with theoretical constructs. Macquer emphasizes the experimental foundations of chemistry, bridging the gap between alchemical traditions and the emerging scientific methodologies of the 18th century. Through detailed illustrations, practical examples, and meticulous explanations, he fosters an accessible understanding of chemical processes pivotal to the burgeoning field of modern science. Pierre Joseph Macquer, a prominent figure in the scientific community of his time, was deeply influenced by the intellectual currents of the Enlightenment. His contributions to the field of chemistry, particularly in the realm of medicine and pharmacy, underscore his commitment to advancing knowledge through methodical experimentation. Macquer's integration of theoretical frameworks with practical applications reflects his desire to democratize science, making it available to both scholars and practitioners alike. Highly recommended for historians of science, students, and practitioners, this work serves as a cornerstone in the study of chemistry. Macquer's text not only elucidates foundational chemical concepts but also provides readers with insight into the transformative period of the 18th century, encouraging a renewed appreciation for the intersection of theory and practice in scientific inquiry. Seller Inventory # 9788027290703
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